Looking for a fun gang to "travel" with!!!! :clap2::hippie::messenger3::shade::spy::hail::rockon::loco:

Thankyou! I wish I could say I feel fablous but I'm still a little weary and sore. My lungs ache the most, how weird is that? But I did the swallow test this morning and it was all going down perfectly.

Hehe, I've been tempted to buy a smaller outfit! I might do it on monday.

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Anyway, now I'm on Optifast for 4 weeks. How come I'm the only one on it this long? Yum :hungry:

You're not the only one: I'm on medifast for a total of 4.5 weeks. At this point I'm 3 weeks down and 1.5 to go. I'm HUNGRY!!! at times. (To be expected at 300-400 calories per day.) I have had 2 off-diet (I refuse to say cheat) items this week: 1 grape tomoato and 1 cucumber. This is a huge NSV for me as previously I've never stuck to a diet before. This is different: it's not a diet, it's a choice to make a lifestyle change.

The next week is going to be really challenging. I'm spending Saturday with my folks all of who will be asking why I am not eating. Sunday night I leave for a business meetin out of town where there will be tons of food constantly. Then after I come back, my sister is visiting. she is supersize and last we talked very threatened by my choice. (She is 50+ lbs bigger than I am and she's (rightfully) afraid that the family will say if I can do it, why can't she.) She and I are close so I hope that we can see this through.

Wish me luck!

Looking for a fun gang to "travel" with!!!! :clap2::hippie::messenger3::shade::spy::hail::rockon::loco:

I'm in! August 14 is my date!

Oh and on that 'still sore' note, I just found out that showering/warmth really really really makes a world of difference with muscle soreness. Even if it's just the day after!

Looks like several of us have gone out and bought motivational clothes. I can't wait to post a picture wearing my new skirt. It will probably be a year, but.....I ( we) will get there. Thanks for the support.

Best wishes and prayers to those who have had surgery and those who are having it today. One step at a time. Please all of you that have had surgery, keep us posted, we are proud of you, and maybe a bit jealous.:clap2:

Marilyn

Frog,

Good luck with all of your challenges. You can do it! Just look at the long haul. Be an inspiration to your sister. She'll probably come on board the band wagon when she sees how teriffic you do.

Buying a smaller outfit sounds like a fun idea!! I just might have to do that

I would LOOOOVE to be in a size 12. Even a 14. Im in a 24 now. Wow can't believe I actually admitted that! lol

I posted a new thread with the Crazy Ates listed by band date. Wish I understood how to cut and paste better, Had a nice excell chart and it didn't copy. Oh well at least we can see who is next for surgery and maybe drop them a note. If I left anyone out or typos let me know and I will attemt to correct.

Looks like andreerichards1, cbrock1592, munchkican, Trish2u, kero, NanaRenan, Ses, Texas Becky, Kkermit25, and wannabthin have all been banded. Way to go !!!! Please keep us posted.

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im so close! i am totally so excited!!

Ses, How are you feeling? I am ok except for a pain in my tummy right under my breast bone. It hurts pretty bad. I hope its just gas. Other than that I feel fine. Maybe I am not walking enough. I will try to do better tomorrow.

Nancy

WOW, 9 people Banded and it's only the 3rd. Amazing. Hope every one is doing well.

Nancy

Band BirthDAY 8-1-07:whoo:

Hi everyone...I am an April bandster but I just wanted to pop in and say I am so happy for you all and the journey you are beginning!! Best of luck to all of you!!

Hi wannabethin, I can relate to that. I play golf and am tired of being the largest one that is out there and I've quit going to the pool or beach because I'm so big.

I'll finally be banded August 8th after waiting 2 1/2 years. Well 6 months this time. At Oregon Legacy Obesity Institute by Dr. Emma Patterson. will keep you posted on my progress. I don't know if my ticker still works. I thought it would have been done in April...but I was wrong. So much red tape. I had to wait two months just to see the surgeon.

I am at 262 started at 273+ (depending on day) and hope to get under 200 someplace. Real goal would be 170 since I'm 5'8" big bones.